Question

Explore the importance of framing for discussions about immigration.

I do not really understand what framing is and I have read some documents about it, but still don't quite get it.

Answer 1

A person who is a facilitator or discussion leader should keep in mind the goals of this discussion. To do that and to keep the group focused on the specific problem and its solutions, the leader makes a list of questions that will help promote useful discussion. That list of questions provides the frame for the discussion.

Have you seen these sites?

http://aese.psu.edu/research/centers/cecd/engagement-toolbox/framing-and-issue-identification/framing-the-issue-for-effective-discussion

http://hbr.org/2009/04/leaders-frame-your-messages-fo/

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